Welder - 1st shift

MICA Steelworks

Haltom City (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 3% match

Dental, vision, and health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Attendance bonus

Job summary

MICA Steelworks in Haltom City, Texas is seeking a Welder to fit, weld, and repair metal components per specifications and drawings. You will work under the Welding Lead and coordinate with the Shift Supervisor to meet production goals.

The role requires 1–2 years welding experience, a High School diploma or GED, ability to read blueprints, and willingness to work extended shifts in extreme temperatures. OSHA PPE and safety standards apply.

Qualifications

Must have High School diploma or GED.
1–2 years welding experience including overhead and jib crane operation.
Pass 2G, T‑Joint, and Carbon Air Arc tests.
Ability to read blueprints, welding diagrams, and other instructional material.

Responsibilities

Perform welding duties with a wire welder.
Weld steel components using drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions.
Weld in flat, horizontal, and other directions.
Set up and lay out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts.

Skills

Welding concepts

Blueprint reading

Quality welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Torches

Torch tips

Air Arc

Temperature sticks

Welding fillet gauges

Welding wires (flux core & metal core)

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the Welder is responsible for fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable materials by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. The Welder works with the Shift Supervisor and senior management to ensure customer products are fit and welded to each job’s specifications. Consistent production of quality UT‑passable welds is critical, and the Welder must maintain production levels determined by the Production Supervisor.

Location

MICA Steelworks – Haltom City, Texas Plant

Current Shifts

Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM with Saturday as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required. 1‑2 years of welding experience, including overhead and jib crane operation.

Qualifications

Passing 2G, T‑Joint, and Carbon Air Arc tests
Knowledge of welding concepts, practices, procedures, and symbols
Ability to read blueprints, welding diagrams, and other instructional material
Proficiency with torches, torch tips, Air Arc, temperature sticks, welding fillet gauges, flux core and metal core wire
Capability to work in extreme temperatures and additional hours as needed

Responsibilities

Perform welding duties with a wire welder
Weld steel components using lay‑outs, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions
Weld in flat, horizontal, and other directions
Set up and lay out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts and rework finished products
Collaborate with fitters or fitters/welders on multi‑component fabrication
Operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torches, and other hand tools
Inspect and correct welds to meet specifications
Examine work pieces for defects and measure with straightedges or templates
Clamp, hold, tack‑weld, heat bend, grind, or bolt components as required
Read and follow job orders, engineering drawings, and work orders
Cross‑train and perform additional job tasks when necessary
Maintain equipment functionality and safety
Maintain quality and UT‑passable welds, and meet production levels
Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn in a changing environment
Operate equipment safely and maintain safe working habits
Perform other tasks as assigned

Measure of Performance

Weld test administration
Adherence to MICA Steelworks programs and policies
Practice good housekeeping to keep the area clean and organized
Willingness to collaborate in a team environment

Working Conditions

Full‑time shop exposure
Extreme temperatures (sometimes seasonal)
No travel required
Stand for 8‑10 hours per day, up to 6 days a week
Good vision, hearing, smell, and balance required
Frequent lifting or moving up to 75 lbs
Regular standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and stair/ladders climbing
OSHA‑required PPE including welding hood when welding

Continuing Education Requirements

The employee must participate in continuing education as requested or required by the supervisor and attend mandatory educational programs.

Job Type and Hours

Full‑time, 40–55 hours per week.

Benefits